Robert E. Litan Recent C-SPAN Appearanceshttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/person/11996
's recent appearances from the C-SPAN networksen-USCopyright 2015, National Cable Satellite Corporationinfo@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Tue, 03 Mar 2015 20:29:15 GMTC-SPAN Person Recent Appearanceshttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/videoLibrary/showPicture.php?personid=11996&width=130Robert E. Litan Recent C-SPAN Appearanceshttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/person/11996
Head shot of {$person->name}1934 Communications Act and Modern TechnologyPanelists talked about the history, implementation, and multiple legislative revisions of the Communications Act of 1934. Topics included the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) relationship with Congress, the executive branch and other regulatory agencies, and the possible need to update the Act to reflect current and future digital economy developments, technology innovation, consumer preferences and other contemporary issues.
The Communications Act of 1934 created the Federal Communications Commission and outlined a comprehensive regulatory structure for overseeing spectrum-based and wire-based communications.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/322250-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Public Affairs Eventhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/322250-1Wed, 22 Oct 2014 18:03:43 GMTPension ReformJoshua Gotbaum talked about changes to the nation's pension system and their impact on labor and business. He predicted that Congress would pass a bill in the next couple of years to provide more flexibility and security for private retirement benefit plans. He also said the majority of private pension plans were in good financial shape, with a minority facing serious financial problems.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312494-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Public Affairs Eventhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312494-1Fri, 03 May 2013 03:23:54 GMTRetirement Savings ProgramsPanelists talked about a joint effort by labor groups and employers to preserve private employer pension programs. They discussed details of the proposal and some of the concerns of employee advocates. The program included questions from audience members.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312494-2
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Public Affairs Eventhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312494-2Fri, 03 May 2013 03:53:42 GMTBloomberg Washington Summit, Public Debt and Private SectorPanelists talked about the state of the economy and the impact of public debt on business markets. Among the issues they addressed were the pace of business investment in the economy and ways in which postal and carrier businesses reflect challenges faced by other businesses.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312451-7
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Public Affairs Eventhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312451-7Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:30:12 GMTThe Communicators with Robert Litan and Hal SingerRobert Litan and Hal Singer, co-authors of [The Need for Speed], talked about their book, which promotes less regulation and more competition for broadband development in the U.S.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311871-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Interviewhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311871-1Sat, 06 Apr 2013 22:33:33 GMTMarkets and TaxesPanelists talked about taxing the energy industry and capital markets. After their discussion, they answered questions from the audience.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305377-6
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Public Affairs Eventhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305377-6Mon, 16 Apr 2012 12:52:25 GMTImpact of Global Financial CrisisIndependent financial analysts from around the world talked about the impact of the global financial crisis. They discussed happenings in their region, emerging trends in the financial services industry, lessons learned, and their policy recommendations for change.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302257-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Public Affairs Eventhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302257-1Tue, 25 Oct 2011 11:39:00 GMTFinancial Market RegulationWitnesses testified on proposals that would regulate currently unregulated financial markets. They focused on over-the-counter derivatives markets, which Ms. Born said had become "extremely dangerous." She urged lawmakers to model new laws regulating derivatives trading on those already in place governing the futures and options markets. Witnesses also talked about closing loopholes in proposed regulations and the manner in which exchanges would work.
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info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Joint Committeehttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290391-1Wed, 02 Dec 2009 22:08:11 GMTState of U.S. Financial MarketsSheila Bair delivered keynote remarks on the current state of the markets and possible policy solutions for alleviating the current credit crisis.
Following her presentation, Martin Neil Baily, Douglas W. Elmendorf and Robert E. Litan presented a new Brookings paper about the current mortgage-housing crisis, "The Great Credit Squeeze: How It Happened, How to Prevent Another," analyzing what went wrong, how to fix the current problem, and necessary regulatory reform.
Sebastian Mallaby then moderated a roundtable discussion.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205408-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Public Affairs Eventhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205408-1Fri, 16 May 2008 14:08:27 GMTMutual Fund RegulationPeter Wallison and Robert Litan talked about monitoring the financial services industry and the efforts by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to lower the cost to investors of the mutual funds that were a significant part of most retirement portfolios. In their remarks the talked about the state of financial industry competition, changes in financial structures to benefit consumers, and the role of federal regulation. Following their remarks they answered questions from the audience.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/197516-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Public Affairs Eventhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/197516-1Mon, 09 Apr 2007 16:29:17 GMTCritique of the Mutual Fund IndustryMr. Bogle, a founder of the Vanguard Group, criticized the structure of the mutual fund industry, saying that insufficient emphasis is placed on the interests of the owners of the funds with too much emphasis on increasing the fees for managers. Topics included the takeover of the mutual fund industry by conglomerates, and the decreased earnings of the funds. Mr. Bogle was joined in a discussion by Mr. Bobroff and Mr. Rea, moderated by Mr. Litan and Mr. Wallison. They then answered audience members' questions.
Mr. Bogle is the author of [The Battle for the Soul of Capitalism], published by Yale University Press in 2005.
This was the ninth event in the American Enterprise Institute's continuing series on mutual fund regulation.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/192421-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Public Affairs Eventhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/192421-1Tue, 09 May 2006 13:33:10 GMTFederal Flood Insurance After Hurricane KatrinaThe Center on Federal Financial Institutions held a policy forum on federal flood insurance after Hurricane Katrina. Members of the panel discussed the need to increase participation, encourage risk reduction techniques, and restore the program to solvency after an expected 10 billion in losses. Panelists considered governmental provision, homeowner purchase, and subsidizing of flood insurance. They also talked about whether new development or building should be restricted. Following the panel, participants responded to questions and comments from members of the audience.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/189121-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Public Affairs Eventhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/189121-1Sat, 01 Oct 2005 06:44:08 GMTFuture of Telecommunication DeregulationMr. Dorman talked about the history of the telecommunications industry and its future. Topics included rapid technology changes, marketplace changes, and the need for restructuring and deregulation. He spoke in favor of current telecom mergers. After his presentation Mr. Dorman answered questions from audience members.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/186041-2
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Public Affairs Eventhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/186041-2Fri, 25 Mar 2005 03:00:42 GMTFuture of Telecommunication DeregulationExperts talked about two alternative visions for the future of U.S. telecommunications deregulation, including suggested key legislative and regulatory changes for improving the economic welfare of telecommunications companies. Mr. Hazlett suggested that the 1996 Telecommunications Act be rewritten to rely more on markets and less on regulation. Other speakers recommended a more modest rewriting of telecommunications regulation and anti-trust enforcement. After their presentations the panelists answered audience members' questions.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/186041-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Public Affairs Eventhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/186041-1Thu, 24 Mar 2005 15:01:00 GMTBook Discussion on [The Regulators: Anonymous Power Brokers in American Politics]Ms. Skrzycki discussed her book [The Regulators: Anonymous Power Brokers in American Politics], from Rowman and Littlefield Publishers. The book looks at how the federal government's regulatory system works, details who the regulators are, what and how they regulate, and the effects on the nation. Ms. Skrzycki draws on authentic examples of regulation, ranging from Swiss cheese and wine to Firestone tires and Enron to illustrate her concepts. Her narrative details regulatory politics, including the interactions between Congress, interest groups, and bureaucratic agencies. Professor Sally Katzen, former Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs administrator and former Deputy Director for the Office of Management and Budget, and Robert Litan joined Ms. Skrzycki in a discussion. Mr. Hahn moderated the event. After their presentations, the panelists responded to questions from members of the audience.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/176933-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Public Affairs Eventhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/176933-1Mon, 23 Jun 2003 09:01:06 GMTFuture of MicrosoftMr. Ballmer talked an antitrust agreement reached between the Justice Department and Microsoft, as well as the future of Microsoft. Among the topics he addressed were innovation, investment, and the future state of competition in the technology industries. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173789-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Public Affairs Eventhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173789-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 16:37:00 GMTEconomic PolicyFormer Vice President Gore spoke about the need to focus policy debate on the U.S. economy. He said that the talk of war with Iraq was consuming political discourse and was not as important as developing sound economic plans both at home and abroad. He also talked about the impact of the poor economy on average Americans and offered some ideas on how to improve economic conditions.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/172972-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Public Affairs Eventhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/172972-1Thu, 03 Oct 2002 23:05:30 GMTCorporate Disclosure RulesThe panelists talked about corporate disclosure rules, including the results of an analysis of those rules by the report's co-authors. The panelists answered questions from members of the audience.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/171031-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Public Affairs Eventhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/171031-1Sun, 14 Jul 2002 07:59:51 GMTEnron Bankruptcy and the Accounting IndustryOfficers of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and economic experts talked about the effect of the Enron bankruptcy on both large and small accounting companies. They also talked about public regulation of accounting practices instead of the current self-regulation.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/169135-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Senate Committeehttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/169135-1Fri, 15 Mar 2002 20:39:09 GMTIs Microsoft Still a Monopoly?Participants talked about the state of competition in the computer software industry, the status of the antitrust case against Microsoft, potential regulation of the industry, and the future of Microsoft. Following their remarks they answered questions from the audience.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/162679-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Public Affairs Eventhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/162679-1Wed, 21 Feb 2001 17:30:31 GMTThe Clinton LegacyParticipants spoke about the Clinton presidency and how it might be remembered. Among the issues they addressed were his trade and foreign policies, economic policies, relations with the media, and the impact of his impeachment. Participants answered questions from the audience.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/161664-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Public Affairs Eventhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/161664-1Tue, 16 Jan 2001 05:18:02 GMTTechnology and the Global EconomyParticipants talked about how the presidential candidates might approach economic policy and how technology and trade policy could sustain economic growth. Among the issues they addressed were new information technologies, tax policy, energy policy, and improving education. Following their remarks they answered questions from the moderator and the audience.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/159665-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Public Affairs Eventhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/159665-1Tue, 10 Oct 2000 14:03:35 GMTFuture of MicrosoftPanel members discussed the current anti-trust lawsuit against Microsoft, and considered proposals to break up the company to enhance competition in the software industry. After their discussion they answered questions from the audience.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/155641-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Public Affairs Eventhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/155641-1Sat, 26 Feb 2000 08:37:57 GMTNew Rules in Global CommerceParticipants spoke about an upcoming ministerial meeting of the World Trade Organization in Seattle, Washington, focusing on several issues of contention and what sorts of agreements might be reached. After their comments they answered questions from the audience.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/153844-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Public Affairs Eventhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/153844-1Wed, 24 Nov 1999 07:56:49 GMTThe Asian Economic CrisisWitnesses testified regarding lessons learned from the Asian economic crisis and the actions of the International Monetary Fund in resolving the crisis. They focused on the need for countries to have a strong economic policy, and private sector coordination. They also recommended that the IMF institute better surveillance of countries banking practices, and enforce more comprehensive bankruptcy laws.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/153395-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Senate Committeehttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/153395-1Sat, 06 Nov 1999 09:11:08 GMTGlobal EconomicsSecretary Summers talked about how the U.S. engages with the rest of the world in a global economy. He talked about the important role of the U.S. in global integration. He also focused on the risk to the national economy if the U.S. neglects their role in maintaining global integration. After his prepared remarks he answered questions from the audience.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/153193-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Public Affairs Eventhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/153193-1Thu, 28 Oct 1999 23:59:27 GMTShadow Financial Regulatory CommitteePanelists talked about the regulatory structure of the committee, discussed bank mergers, and credit unions. The committee is made up of independent financial service executives and various academics.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/105097-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Public Affairs Eventhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/105097-1Tue, 05 May 1998 08:11:00 GMTCharlie Rose: Mondayhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/103035-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Television Interviewhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/103035-1Tue, 07 Apr 1998 03:30:00 GMTEvaluation of Social Class in the U.S.Mr. Broder moderated this panel on the declining importance of class in the U.S. After the opening presentation by Ms. Sawhill and a response by Mr. Lipset, there was a general discussion among all the participants. They examined how much class origins determines a citizen's chances to succeed economically and how the growth of opportunity through improvements in education and other areas and the slower economic growth of the last thirty years have affected and will affect the role class plays in determining a citizen's chances of success. Ms. Sawhill and Daniel P. McMurrer are the authors of a recent study on the subject.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/86421-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Public Affairs Eventhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/86421-1Thu, 05 Jun 1997 00:55:00 GMTEconomic Campaign IssuesEconomic advisers from the Clinton and Dole campaigns and others discussed economic issues, especially the challenge of fostering higher economic growth rates without causing inflation. Much of the debate focused on the tax cuts proposed by President Clinton and Bob Dole. After individual presentations, the panelists discussed these issues further among themselves and took questions from the audience. This was the first in a series of four discussions on campaign issues.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/75235-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Public Affairs Eventhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/75235-1Fri, 20 Sep 1996 22:11:00 GMTCharting a Future for the Civil Jury SystemScholars and attorneys spoke in a news conference to announce the release of a new report entitled, "Charting a Future for the Civil Jury System." The discussion focused on reform recommendations for the current system of civil juries in American courts.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/36425-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)News Conferencehttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/36425-1Tue, 22 Dec 1992 03:13:00 GMTImpact of Banking Reform on Housing CreditThe National Housing Conference, Inc., an organization whose goal is to create public awareness of housing policies and public housing programs, held a news conference to address the topic of the restructuring of the financial industry and its impact on housing finance. Panel members discussed possible reforms in the financial industry, along with associated issues including the savings and loan bailout and the depleted funds of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. Mr. Litan said the housing industry would be affected by banking reform in restricted credit for construction and development lending. Large banks will need to retain larger percentages of capital to abide by capital standards in banking reform measures, so although individual mortgages will still be available, consumer real estate development will decrease.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17838-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Public Affairs Eventhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17838-1Mon, 06 May 1991 23:36:00 GMTU.S. Financial Services at the CrossroadsThe forum focused on legislative policy issues which primarily impact state financial services organizations. They spoke of the different financial reform ideas that are being proposed in Congress. A key question is whether the new legislation will propose deregulation or re-regulation. They told the audience that regardless of what happens in Washington, DC, the impact is felt on "main street" by the average consumer and investor. Mr. Dugan described the current banking situation as "clearly under stress." The panelists discussed the United State's financial system in the context of the February proposal for reforms presented by the Treasury Department.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17616-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Public Affairs Eventhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17616-1Fri, 19 Apr 1991 07:47:39 GMTFederal Deposit Insurance ReformThe committee heard testimony from witnesses concerning proposals to reform the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/28768-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Senate Committeehttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/28768-1Tue, 12 Mar 1991 16:24:00 GMTFederal Bank Insurance FundMr. Seidman, chairman of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, predicted on December 16 that 1991 and 1992 would be the worst years ever for the financially troubled banking insurance program. Mr. Seidman testified that he believed an assessment from all banks belonging to the FDIC program would be necessary to strengthen the program's ability to protect deposits at failed banks. The assessment would total $25 billion, to be paid by the banking industry, and banks' contributions to the program would be raised 18 percent. Mr. Brumbaugh opposed such an assessment, due to many banks' inability to survive a one percent assessment, and instead advocated a one-time borrowing from the Treasury Department of up to $50 billion. Mr. Litan advocated either an assessment or Treasury borrowing, but said the assessment may cost an additional $3 billion to $8 billion because of subsequent bank failures.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15382-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)House Committeehttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15382-1Mon, 17 Dec 1990 14:33:00 GMTBudget Roundtablehttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/10845-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Interviewhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/10845-1Tue, 23 Jan 1990 02:20:00 GMTDeposit Insurance of Banks, Part 2http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/10942-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)House Committeehttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/10942-1Wed, 20 Sep 1989 03:46:00 GMT